<p>The influence of fathers is, in a word, AWESOME! But with 19.7M children &nbsp;in the U.S. fatherless, putting them at risk for innumerable challenges &nbsp;from obesity to incarceration, Marcus and guests discuss fatherhood &nbsp;&amp; fatherly influences - and fatherlessness - in our communities.</p>

Ep 13 - Character Be about It & The Eagle's Nest: Matt & Cleo Harris, Bishop Dwane Brock

The socioeconomic, educational, racial, and ethnic backgrounds of Erie’s citizens have never been as wonderfully diverse as they are today.

In order to paint a holistic picture of the plight, hopes, and dreams of Erie, NEXT seeks to spotlight and analyze issues that affect inner-city Erie from the perspective of its next generation of voices – voices of those who are taking the lead on various aspects of the community. As it was during the days of the iconic Dr. King, the winds of change are often reflected in the actions and words of a younger and more idealistic age group.